Atul Kasbekar facts for kids
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Atul Kasbekar
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| Born | 22 April 1965 Mumbai, India
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| Alma mater | Brooks Institute, Santa Barbara, US |
| Occupation | Photographer |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Known for | Fashion photography |
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Notable work
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Kingfisher Calendar |
Atul Kasbekar, born on April 22, 1965, is a famous Indian photographer. He is best known for his amazing fashion photos, especially for the Kingfisher Calendar. Besides photography, he also owns companies like Bling! Entertainment Solutions and Corporate Image. He even produces Bollywood movies with his company, Ellipsis Entertainment.
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About Atul Kasbekar's Life
Early Life and Education
Atul Kasbekar was born in Mumbai, India. He went to Campion School and Jai Hind College in Mumbai. He started studying chemical engineering at UDCT (now Institute of Chemical Technology).
However, he soon realized his true passion was photography. He left his engineering studies in his second year. He then went to the Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, USA, to study photography. While in Los Angeles, he trained with many experienced photographers.
Starting His Photography Career
Atul Kasbekar came back to India in 1990. In 1991, he opened his own photography studio called Negative Space. He quickly became known for his commercial photography work.
He is most famous for shooting the Kingfisher Calendar. This calendar features models in swimsuits. Many of these models later became successful actors.
His Companies
In 2006, Kasbekar started a company called Corporate Image. This company helps other businesses manage their public image.
In 2007, he also launched Bling! Entertainment Solutions. This company manages famous celebrities.
Producing Movies
Atul Kasbekar has also become a successful film producer. In 2016, he started Ellipsis Entertainment with Tanuj Garg. They have produced several Bollywood movies.
Some of their well-known films include Neerja (2016) and Tumhari Sulu (2017). They also produced Why Cheat India (2019) and Looop Lapeta (2022).
Awards and Recognition
Atul Kasbekar and Vijay Mallya won awards for the Kingfisher Calendar. They received honors at the International Food and Beverage Creative Excellence Awards in 2004 and 2005. They were the only Indian winners in 2005.
He has also served as the honorary chairman for the Photographer's Guild of India.
Personal Life
Atul Kasbekar is married to Vandana. They have two children, who are twins, named Arnav and Naomi.
